Adam Rollins
Opelika,AL
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta, GA
07.2022 - Current
- Provided care to patients with cardiac catheterization procedures such as angioplasty and stent placement.
- All cath lab responsibilities
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
East Alabama Medical Center
Opelika, AL
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Actively participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Prepared supplies needed for each procedure and maintained an adequate inventory of supplies at all times.
- Assisted in the preparation of patients for cardiac catheterization procedures by reviewing medical history, administering medications and performing physical assessments.
- All Cath lab Responsibilites
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
UAB Medicine
Birmingham, AL
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Provided care to patients with cardiac catheterization procedures such as angioplasty and stent placement.
- All cath lab responsibilities as mentioned before
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Russell Hospital
Alexander City, AL
06.2010 - 11.2018
- Provided care to patients with cardiac and peripheral vascular diseases undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic procedures.
- Assessed patient's condition pre-procedure, during the procedure, and post-procedure.
- Performed conscious sedation for all types of cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Administered medications as directed by physician.
- Monitored vital signs throughout the procedure.
- Maintained a sterile field during all invasive procedures.
- Ensured proper documentation in patient charts according to hospital policy and regulations.
- Educated patients and families on their diagnosis and treatment plan prior to discharge from the unit.
- Provided emotional support to patients before, during, and after the procedure.
- Assisted physicians with complex interventions such as balloon angioplasty or stent placement.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations that arose during the procedure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring systems including pressure waveforms, CVP lines, pacing wires and Swan Ganz catheters.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for cath lab procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Practiced infection control measures related to sterile technique.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patient conditions.
- Performed appropriate nursing assessments related to cardiovascular system function.
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel RN
Jackson Hospital and Clinic
Montgomery, AL
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Assessed and monitored patient vital signs prior to and following cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Administered conscious sedation medications as prescribed by physician.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic or interventional cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Instructed patients on pre-procedure preparation, post-procedure care, and discharge instructions.
- Performed sterile technique for the insertion of catheters and other equipment in the Cardiac Cath Lab.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Used fluoroscopy and contrast dye to identify narrowing or blockages affecting cardiac function.
- Assessed patients before and after procedures and offered specialized care targeted on individual needs to achieve optimal recoveries.
- Employed sound nursing practice to carry out nursing assessments, procedures and treatments for cardiac cath lab patients.
- Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters, and pacemaker installations.
- Administered medications during procedures to reduce problems from anxiety, blood pressure, and other conditions.
- Tracked oxygenation, blood pressure and heart rate during procedures.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in clinical practice guidelines and processes within the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
- Initiated appropriate life saving measures in emergency situations involving unstable patients.
- Provided support for families who were anxious about their loved ones undergoing a cardiac cath lab procedure.
- Assisted physician with transesophageal echocardiograms when needed.
- Identified potential problems associated with patient's health status before initiating treatment plan.
- Educated family members about their loved one's condition before and after the procedure.
- Reviewed hemodynamic data from intraoperative monitoring systems such as Swan-Ganz catheters during complex cardiac interventions.
- Ensured that all necessary tests had been completed prior to performing any invasive cardiovascular procedure.
- Prepared materials needed for each case including contrast media, medications, supplies and instruments for each case according to departmental standards.
- Managed emergency situations according to established protocols in a timely manner.
- Monitored ECG rhythm strips during invasive cardiology procedures such as angiography, pacemaker implantation.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, technologists and other members of the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care was provided at all times.
- Documented all pertinent information related to the procedure performed in the Cardiac Cath Lab accurately and legibly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient history, treatments, medications, test results and progress notes.
- Operated radiographic imaging equipment to obtain optimal images during cardiac cath lab procedures.
Nurse Assistant
Clay County Hospital
Ashland, AL
08.2003 - 06.2005
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care, including dressing wounds and providing hygiene assistance.
- Provided companionship to patients by talking to them, listening to their concerns, and helping them stay positive.
- Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis.
- Changed bed linens, cleaned patient rooms and assisted with transfers of patients in wheelchairs or beds as needed.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests from patients in a timely manner.
- Recorded observations on patient charts regarding activities of daily living, intake and output levels, vital signs.
- Ensured that medical equipment was properly maintained and functioning correctly.
- Assisted with admission, discharge and transfer procedures of patients according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Educated new hires on policies and procedures related to the nursing assistant role within the facility.
- Helped maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols such as handwashing techniques before touching any patient or equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southern Union State Community College
Wadley, AL05-2004
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Lab result interpretation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Blood gas analysis
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Critical Care Nursing
Certification
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- PALS certification
Languages
English
Professional
Custom
- Able to scrub all cases in the cath lab setting
- Able to monitor all cases in the cath lab setting as well
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
East Alabama Medical Center
05.2021 - 07.2022
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
UAB Medicine
10.2018 - 05.2021
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel RN
Jackson Hospital and Clinic
07.2016 - 08.2017
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Russell Hospital
06.2010 - 11.2018
Nurse Assistant
Clay County Hospital
08.2003 - 06.2005
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- PALS certification
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southern Union State Community College
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